Garden Shack (Hobbit Hut)

My wife saw a shack like this on Pintrest and this project became a ‘must do’. Except for the cedar shingles and OSB sheeting on the roof, all material was salvaged from various sources. Everyone who sees it really likes it. It’s only function is to make us feel good when we look at it and to store a few garden tools.

The 4’ x 4 ft base used to be a landing for temporary steps, The framing was made from 2×3’s that were very twisted—so they were perfect. The roof rafters were made from multiple pieces of 2×6 to create the curved shape. Stringers from the front to back rafters are also 2×6. The door is curved at the top so my wife can just go in without ducking. I got a shock when ordering shingles. 5 bundles at about $50 per. The weathered 4/4×6 on the front, back and sides were donated and really enhance the look.If I were building it again I think I wouild make the back shape slightly different from the front – so that it was completely skewed—with no right angles anywhere.If anyone would like drawings contact me at ljnetbook@surenet.net

-- It's easy when you know how - but that's the hard part. Ontario, Canada